Malvern, OH vs Scio, OH

Scio is moderately more affordable than Malvern, with a 8.2% lower cost of living index. Malvern scores 58 compared to 54 for Scio, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Malvern can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Malvern is $573/month compared to $510/month in Scio — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Scio is more affordable at $87,300 median vs $117,800.

Median household income in Malvern is $28,327 compared to $39,167 in Scio (-27.7%). Scio offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Malvern spend roughly 24.3% of their income on rent, more than the 15.6% in Scio.